Ultimate List of the Best Baby Shower Books
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One of our favorite gifts to give at a baby shower are books for the little bean. Over the years, we have found our tried and true favorite children’s books to gift are not just books they will enjoy, but ones that we, as adults, like to read to our kids. To Emily and me, the best baby shower books are ones that share a cute message or story, are easily accessible (hi, Amazon & Barnes and Noble) and aren’t overly popular (nobody needs 4 copies of Goodnight, Moon.) Taking all this into account, we’ve rounded up our favorites to create the ultimate list of the best books for a baby shower.
All Kinds of Families
by Suzanne Lang
This book celebrates any and all family structures in a fun, rhythmic way that’s enjoyable for you to read and your child to hear. A favorite in this house thanks to "a cousin named Doug"
Wild Symphony
by Dan Brown
This interactive book takes you on a wild adventure through different lands where each page features a different animal and small rhyming story. This book pairs with a free app that will play orchestral music specific to that page as you read along! Read our full review here!
Lola at the Library
by Anna McQuinn
You'll learn all about the magic and wonder of reading in this book where Lola gets to spend time at the library with her friends, sit in on story time and even check out her own books!
I Love You, Stinky Face
by Lisa McCourt
No matter the outrageous "what ifs" the child in this book comes up with, he is reassured by his mother that she'll always love him. Yes, even if he is a super smelly skunk.
Welcome Flower Child
by Brigette Barrager
Beautiful illustrations and sweet, rhyming words lead you through a beautiful garden filled with light hearted information on birth flowers and personality traits you'll see in your little one.
Peekaboo Moon
by Camilla Reid
A fun book for bedtime or anytime, this books has something for your child to push or pull on every page. Your toddler will love the entertainment and you'll love watching them explore!
The World Needs Who You Were Made to Be
by Joanna Gaines
This book spreads a message of acceptance and seeing each child's differences as strengths. The coloring and illustration is just as beautiful as the lesson in this story.
Don't Let the Pigeon Stay Up Late!
by Mo Willems
The art of negotiation in this book will seem all too familiar to parents as the pigeon tries all the tricks in the book to get to stay up late before finally succumbing to his sleepiness. This will be a fun read for everyone!
A to Z: An Alphabet of Animals
by Harriet Evans
One of our favorite lift the flap books! Each letter folds out to be the letter it's describing. Kids will love opening the C to a crab and you'll be just as entertained seeing how the letters transform.
Everything Will Be OK
by Anna Dewdney
Even when nothing goes this bunny's way, he's reminded that everything will be OK. A tender, warm book that will help kids learn how to deal with "bad" days.
Darth Vader and Son
by Jeffrey Brown
For the Star Wars lovers - imagine a world where Darth Vader gets to raise his son. From lightsaber batting practice to raiding the cookie jar using The Force, this book will be equally entertaining for you as it is your child.
Vader's Little Princess
by Jeffrey Brown
You can also join along in this humorous follow-up book as Darth Vader raises his sweet little girl, tea parties and all, into a confident, headstrong teenager.
An Elephant Nose Best
by Sue Samuels & Danny Deeptown
This book helps spread one of the most important messages out there (by way of a cute little elephant named Emile) - liking yourself just the way you are.
Animal Sounds
by Christopher Silas Neal
This book will have you and your kid making some crazy noises as you imagine what sounds two animals would make if they became one! A bear goes growl and a fly goes buzz...what would a bear-fly say?
P is for Pterodactyl: The Worst Alphabet Book Ever
by Raj Haldar & Chris Carpenter
This playful and humorous book pokes fun at the funny rules of silent letters in the English alphabet.
Lifesize
by Sophy Henn
Have you ever wondered how big your hand is compared to a polar bears? Have fun learning how your eyes, mouth, and more compare to all kinds of animals with this book! This will be appreciated for years, making it a great baby shower book!
Love You Forever
by Robert Munsch
One of the more well known books on our list. This book is centered on the intangible bond of mother and newborn and will tug at your heart strings. It's a favorite for both of our families.
No Matter What
by Debi Gliori
Another heartwarming book about unconditional love. In this book Large reassures Small the fox that he'll love him no matter what in a positive, affirming way.
Alphablock
by Christopher Franceschelli
This super fun lift the flap book has thick pages cut into the shape of each letter. It's a fun guessing game to see what will be hidden under each!
The Antlered Ship
by Dashka Slater
A celebration of life's big questions, Marco the fox sets sail on an antlered ship in this book in search of answers about life. He learns that life doesn't always give you answers, but it does open opportunities for friends and advneture.
